Indian Council of Agricultural Research Central Tuber Crops Research Institute Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala - 695017 WALK-IN-INTERVIEW A Walk-in-Interview for selection of a suitable candidate for the following time-bound contractual JRF under the DBT Twinning project will be conducted at ICAR - Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram on 19th November 2018 (Monday). Eligible and desirous candidates fulfilling the requirements may appear for personal interview by producing their certificates and testimonials (in original) from 09.30 AM onwards. Sl. Name of the No. contractual post 1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF) In the project entitled “Gene expression profiling of taro (Colocasia esculenta L. Schott) and role of transcriptional activators of epicuticular wax in host resistance against Phytophthora leaf blight disease”
No. of Emoluments post 01 1. 25,000 p.m. + HRA for (One) 1st & 2nd Year, and 28,000 p.m. + HRA for 3rd year for NET qualified candidates or candidates with professional degree. 2. 12,000 p.m. + HRA for 1st & 2nd Year, and 14,000 p.m. + HRA for 3rd year for the candidates without NET
Qualification Essential: M.Sc. (Agri./ Horti.)/ M.Sc. Biotechnology/ Botany Desirable: i) Experience in plant tissue culture and molecular biology. ii) Experience in computer applications.
Terms and Conditions: 1. The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 19/11/2018 (relaxation in age as per Govt. rules) 2. The above mentioned post is purely on contract basis co-terminus with the project and may be terminated by the competent authority, ICAR – CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram without assigning any reasons at any stage. 3. There is no provision for re-employment after termination of the project. The selected candidate will not have any right for claiming pay scale or absorption against any regular post being vacant on a later date at this institute. 4. The applicant must produce his/her original documents during the interview. 5. Registration of candidates will be opened from 09.30 AM onwards only on 19/11/2018 and candidate must submit an application addressed to The Director, ICAR Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram enclosing one set of photo copy of certificate(s), passport size photograph and a copy of publications, if any. 6. No objection certificate from the employer, in case, the applicant is in employment elsewhere. 7. Experience certificates in original, if any. 8. No TA/DA etc. will be paid for attending the interview. 9. The incumbent shall not have any claim for regular appointment in ICAR. 10. The selection will be based on Academic Performance, Research Experience and performance in interview. 11. The decision of competent authority will be the final and binding in all respects.